WARRUWI
Warruwi, NT, 0822, is a small, remote Aboriginal community located on South Goulburn Island in the Northern Territory of Australia. It is situated approximately 300 kilometers northeast of Darwin in the Arafura Sea. Warruwi is home to the Maung people, who maintain strong cultural ties to their land, language, and traditions. The community is known for its rich artistic heritage, particularly in traditional music, dance, and bark painting. Despite its isolation, Warruwi has essential services, including a school, health clinic, and store, and it plays a vital role in preserving Indigenous culture and fostering community resilience. The surrounding natural environment, including coastal landscapes and diverse wildlife, adds to the area's unique character.
Suburb Information:
Postcode: |
0822 |
State: |
NT |
Coordinates (lat/long): |
-11.75841975, 130.6254299 |
Federal Electorate: |
Solomon
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Nearest Points of Interest:
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Bunnings:
Palmerston Warehouse (88.3 km)
, Darwin Warehouse (88.4 km)
, Broome Warehouse (1134.4 km)
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Landfill / Transfer Station:
Shoal Bay Waste Management Facility (77.5 km)
, Shoal Bay Waste Management Facility (77.5 km)
, Wagait Beach Waste Facility (79.1 km)
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Petrol Station:
Woolworths Caltex Casuarina (73.8 km)
, Bp Casuarina Cityway (73.9 km)
, Bp Nightcliff (74.2 km)
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Police Station:
Wurrumiyanga Police Station (1.4 km)
, Milikapiti (37.9 km)
, Pirlangimpi Police Station (45.2 km)
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Primary School:
Murrupurtiyanuwu Catholic Primary School (1.4 km)
, Tiwi College (28.8 km)
, Milikapiti School (38 km)
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Private Hospital:
Darwin Private Hospital (72.2 km)
, Darwin Day Surgery (74.2 km)
, Nt Medical Specialist (74.3 km)
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Public Hospital:
Royal Darwin Hospital (72 km)
, Palmerston Regional Hospital (89.8 km)
, Katherine Hospital (347.3 km)
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Railway Station:
Darwin (85 km)
, Katherine (353.5 km)
, Tennant Creek (960.5 km)
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Secondary School:
Xavier Catholic College (1.4 km)
, Tiwi College (28.8 km)
, Milikapiti School (38 km)
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